Best Tailgating Recipes | MyRecipes

1 of 29Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip

Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip
RecipeBreak out the shakers, war paint, and jerseys; it’s football time and we’ve got you set all season long with our best tailgating recipes ever. First up, this ultimate spinach dip featuring the addition of ground sausage, pinto beans, cream cheese, and Parmesan will easily be your go-to dish all seaon. It’s almost hearty enough to be a main dish.

Advertisement

2 of 29Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs

3 of 29Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Advertisement

4 of 29Photo: Emma Crist; Styling: Emma Crist

Easy Margaritas for a Crowd

Easy Margaritas for a Crowd
RecipeLook no further than these large-batch margaritas for your next tailgate when you can’t spend hours juicing limes. This recipe is a revelation–the secret ingredient is a can of frozen limeade concentrate which, once emptied, doubles as a measuring cup for the remaining ingredients.

Advertisement

5 of 29Oxmoor House

Macaroni-and-Pimiento Cheese Bites

Macaroni-and-Pimiento Cheese Bites RecipeSouthern cooks have a secret– pimiento cheese is just as delicious as an appetizer as it is on a sandwich or cracker. By giving the pimiento cheese bites a quick fry, they gain a crisp crust that pairs perfectly with the slightly melted cheese on the inside of the popper.

Advertisement

6 of 29Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Buttermilk Coffee Cake

Buttermilk Coffee Cake
RecipeThis buttermilk crumb cake is a bring-along breakfast favorite. To make one day ahead: just bake, cool completely, and cover pan tightly in in aluminum foil.

Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Two-Cheese Veggie Nachos

We love the double-cheese contrast here: Shredded cheese melts into a bubbly blanket over the tortillas, while crumbly queso fresco covers the veggies with a salty kick. It’s an impressive dish for coffee table dining–it’s fun to keep it all on the baking pan and serve as a shared platter.

Advertisement

9 of 29Photo: Peden & Munk; Styling: Amy Wilson

Gabriel’s Guacamole

Gabriel’s Guacamole
RecipeThis is the base guacamole recipe from Gabriel’s in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It is intended only as a jumping-off point: Add more seasonings to your taste. We preferred it with 1/2 teaspoon jalapeño, 4 teaspoons onion, and 4 teaspoons lime juice.

Advertisement

10 of 29Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Advertisement

11 of 29Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski

Traditional Hummus

Traditional Hummus
RecipeThis quick and easy hummus dip is delicious alone, or used as a base for a variety of different dips and sauces. This dip is a great choice for tailgating because it’s easy to transport and is great chilled and at room temperature. Serve with pita chips or a variety of fresh veggies.

Advertisement

12 of 29Photo: Nigel Cox; Styling: Molly Findlay

Bacon and Cheddar Sliders

Bacon and Cheddar Sliders RecipeClassic burger toppings are all here on these Bacon and Cheddar Sliders. Toasting buns on the grill gives these little burgers a delightful crunch.

Advertisement

13 of 29Photo: Mark Thomas; Styling: Lynn Miller

Baked Buffalo Chicken Strips

Advertisement

14 of 29Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski

Anne’s Hot Sausage Dip

Anne’s Hot Sausage Dip
RecipeWith outstanding reviews, this dip is by far your best go-to recipe the season. Simple, easy, quick, and delicious are the perfect adjectives to describe this unbeatable tailgating recipe. Serve with substantial chips to get the best dip every time.

Advertisement

15 of 29Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Cheesy Sausage Balls

To make ahead, cover and refrigerate unbaked balls up to 24 hours; or place in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag and freeze unbaked balls up to 1 month. Bake frozen balls at 375° for 22 to 25 minutes or until done.

Advertisement

16 of 29Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon

Sour Cream & Onion Potato Chips

Advertisement

17 of 29Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski

Basic Deviled Eggs

Basic Deviled Eggs
RecipeAll you need to perfect these tasty stuffed eggs are five simple ingredients and just a couple short minutes. Because these we be such a popular item at your tailgate, we suggest you make at least a second batch for everyone to enjoy.

Sausage Rolls

Sausage Rolls
RecipeThese savory bites of sausage wrapped in flaky puff pastry strips are the perfect appetizer for early games, and since they are only $.42 per serving you can make a huge batch to feed the whole crowd.

Pumpkin Dip

Pumpkin Dip RecipeThis dip is astoundingly easy and almost doubles as a dessert. It makes a nice addition to a savory spread.

Advertisement

22 of 29Photo: Gooseberry Patch

Yummy Sausage Cups

Yummy Sausage Cups
RecipeSausage on the go is the perfect tailgating appetizer for morning or evening games. Pop these on the table when you set up your tailgate and watch them disappear in seconds.

Advertisement

23 of 29Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Toffee-Apple Dip

Toffee-Apple Dip RecipeTimes up and you need to be out the door and at the tailgate. Don’t fret, this sweet, nutty dip whips up in just five minutes and creates the perfect pairing for sliced apples and crackers.

Advertisement

24 of 29Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Rachael Burrow

Shrimp-and-Andouille Gumbo Dip

Advertisement

25 of 29Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett

White Cheddar-Chive Pimiento Cheese

White Cheddar-Chive Pimiento Cheese RecipeHere’s the secret to nice pimiento-cheese texture: Grate the cheese by hand, half on the large holes of a box grater and half on the small holes. Choose an aged sharp Cheddar cheese for extra bite. Chopped chives and Dijon mustard add piquant punch in place of grated onion.

Pepper and Chicken Nachos

Pepper and Chicken Nachos RecipeWe take a healthier approach to the standard nacho plate here by using peppers instead of chips. The result is equally as fabulous and maybe even more delicious.

Advertisement

28 of 29Photo: Kate Sears; Styling: Gerri Williams

Healthy Chili-Cheese Dogs

Healthy Chili-Cheese Dogs RecipeYour kids will flip for these Healthy Chili-Cheese Dogs! Uncured hot dogs cost a few dollars more than regular ones, but they’re worth it. They are lower in fat and sodium and free of nitrites.

The owner of this website is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon properties including, but not limited to, amazon.com, endless.com, myhabit.com, smallparts.com, or amazonwireless.com.